Articles filed under Health
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Children’s health: Tips for successful potty trainingJan 23, 2026 9:59 am - Whether you’re potty training your first child or fifth, each time comes with its own set of challenges. The countless resources and advice out there can feel overwhelming, and sometimes even conflicting. Here are tips to help.
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Ask the doctors: What is the best treatment for narrow arteries?Jan 23, 2026 9:57 am - Popliteal artery stenosis is a form of peripheral artery disease, or PAD. This is a fairly common condition, where the arteries in the legs, arms or pelvic area get narrower. A semaglutide medication like Wegovy may help ease symptoms.
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CPR training available in LombardJan 20, 2026 2:53 pm - The Lombard Fire Department is rolling out a new CPR training program this year.
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Kane County aims to train 2,000 people in mental health first aidJan 18, 2026 8:45 pm - You are worried about a friend. Something they are saying or doing makes you wonder if they are having a mental health problem. But what can you do? Perform mental health first aid.
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New research bolsters evidence that Tylenol doesn’t raise the risk of autism despite Trump’s claimsJan 16, 2026 8:05 pm - A new review of studies has found that taking Tylenol during pregnancy doesn’t increase the risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disabilities — adding to the growing body of research refuting claims made by the Trump administration.
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Trump bets on rural health as a winning midterm messageJan 16, 2026 7:48 pm - President Donald Trump wants Republicans to be known as the health care party heading into this year’s midterm elections, even as his administration has struggled to produce a comprehensive health care agenda. He tried to build the case again Friday by touting a $50 billion rural health program as evidence his administration can deliver results for voters facing rising costs and shrinking access to care.
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Sweet comfort: Need a little winter therapy? Try bakingJan 16, 2026 11:49 am - Baking can be many things: an act of creation, connection, control. There’s something comforting about the structure of it: the measuring, the stirring, the transformation of a handful of ingredients into something delicious.
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Ask the doctors: Certain foods may ease hangover symptomsJan 16, 2026 11:46 am - Foods rich in salt, fat and protein can help your body recover a little faster from a hangover.
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How to be an advocate for a loved one in the ERJan 16, 2026 11:45 am - In the emergency room, the health-care system’s shortcomings are laid bare. Not enough nursing staff, too little communication, confusing interactions. I have seen that effective advocacy, whether from a family member, friend, or professional patient advocate, can have a positive impact on emergency room outcomes.
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‘Don’t wait. Get started.’: Strength training is crucial after menopauseJan 16, 2026 11:43 am - When Sarah Baldassaro turned 50, she took stock of her health and began working with a fitness coach on strength training, a type of exercise that's crucial for women in midlife. Medical experts say strength training keeps bones and muscles healthy after menopause when estrogen loss speeds up a reduction in bone density and contributes to the gradual loss of muscle mass.